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Viburnum lantana


Wayfarring Tree




Origin:  Europe, west Asia, and North Africa.
            Mike's Opinion

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A plant suited as filler in the landscape since it is quite resiliant and hardy but in flower not that attractive. The berry set can be intersting with red fruit clusters turning jet black and persisting late into the season. The plant needs ample room and seems to be able to tolerate Viburnum Leaf Beetle infestations quite well. V. lantanta because of its resiliance is often used as the understock for more desirable forms of V. species.



Michael Pascoe, NDP., ODH., CLT., MSc. (Plant Conservation)

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Family
Viburnaceae (Adoxaceae)
Genus
Viburnum
Species
lantana
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (deciduous)
Pronunciation
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 7
Canadian Hardiness Zone
2a - 7a
RHS Hardiness Zone
H5 - H7
Temperature (°C)
-35 -(-12)
Temperature (°F)
-30 - 20
Height
3 - 5 m
Spread
3 - 5 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
June
Cultivation
Moist, well-drained soil in full sun exposure.
Growth
Fast
Pests
Viburnum leaf beetle and powdery mildew.
Leaf Description
Leathery, oval, dark green in colour
Flower Description
Red, berry-like drupes that form large clusters.
Notable Specimens
The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
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